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Magnolia 'Kay Parris' With so much going on in the garden in June, it is hard to choose only ten favorites. I challenged myself and have done just that. These are plants that look good around the midway point in June, specifically from June 15-20.  I begin with Magnolia 'Kay Parris'. Believe it or not, having spent the majority of my life in the South, I never grew a magnolia. They are emblematic of the South, where magnificent specimens grace old plantation homes and stately homes in older neighborhoods. I always thought of magnolias as huge trees, not suited to a small garden, but things have changed, and more varieties are now available that are not supposed to grow as large.  We now have two magnolias in our garden, both of which were added recently. When one of the old photinias that line our back property line died, it left a gaping hole. I had been looking at magnolias at the nursery and decided a smaller one might make a good backdrop and create a good privacy s...
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Grass Coming In


 The project that I've been working on during the past few months is finally coming to fruition. I put out the grass seed about 3 weeks ago. It took a full two weeks for grass to appear. I had been hand-watering it but then switched to a sprinkler and I think that made a difference. Of course, if we could get some rain, I'm sure it would go to town. 


The second portion is behind and the seed here was planted later. It has taken about 10 days to appear. At the last minute, I decided to create a step-down since this area was a little lower.


  Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy

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  1. Kris PetersonApril 21, 2021 at 12:51 PM

    The small victories are what keep us gardening.

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  2. chavlinessApril 22, 2021 at 8:42 AM

    That first photo gives a different and very beautiful view/perspective of the garden. Before you know it, you'll be able to practice your putting.

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  3. julesApril 22, 2021 at 2:01 PM

    Which grass did you use? No- mow or turf?

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  4. JulieApril 22, 2021 at 3:08 PM

    Not sure if my earlier post will show up. Just wondering if you used turf or no-mow grass.

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  5. Lisa at GreenbowApril 22, 2021 at 4:31 PM

    This is coming together with the grass coming in. I like the step down.

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  6. AngieApril 23, 2021 at 7:34 AM

    That is going to look so pretty once it fills in. Your garden is looking beautiful already with all the colors.

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